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100

This city is home to the University of Miami.

What is Coral Gables?

100

This sport has brought the U five national championships and produced NFL legends like Ray Lewis and Ed Reed.

What is football?

100

Fans form this shape with their hands to show pride in the U.

What is the "U" hand symbol?

100

This “Rocky” star briefly attended UM before launching his Hollywood career.

Who is Sylvester Stallone?

100

This body of water is at the heart of UM’s Coral Gables campus, often surrounded by students relaxing or studying.

What is Lake Osceola?

200

It’s the nickname for the University of Miami, known to fans across the country.

What is The U?

200

The Hurricanes play their home games at this NFL stadium, shared with the Miami Dolphins.

What is Hard Rock Stadium?

200

This phrase is often chanted at games: “It’s great to be…”

What is a Miami Hurricane?

200

Known as the “King of Latin Pop,” this singer and songwriter studied business at the University of Miami.

Who is Enrique Iglesias?

200

This is the name of UM’s main student center, where clubs meet, and you can find dining and study spaces.

What is the Shalala Student Center?

300

Founded in this year, the University of Miami has grown into a major institution.

What is 1925?

300


This former UM quarterback was top picks for a Heisman Trophy  

Who is Cam Ward?

300

This post-touchdown celebration involves Sebastian the Ibis

What is the C-A-N-E-S chant?

300

This U.S. senator from Florida, also a UM alum, was a candidate for the Republican presidential nomination in 2016.

Who is Marco Rubio?

300

This annual UM event kicks off the fall semester with music, games, food, and a chance for students to meet clubs and organizations.

What is Cane Kickoff?

400

The University of Miami’s official colors orange, green, and white represent the fruit, leaves, and blossoms of this Florida tree.

What is the orange tree?

400

Before moving to Hard Rock Stadium, the Hurricanes played home games at this iconic venue near downtown Miami

What is the Orange Bowl?

400

The UM marching band, which performs at games and pep rallies, is known by this name.

What is the Frost Band of the Hour?

400

This Grammy-winning singer, famous for hits like “Conga,” attended the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music.

Who is Gloria Estefan?

400

During this week-long celebration each fall, UM students participate in events like the boat burning ceremony, parades, and football games.

What is Homecoming Week?

500

This is why the ibis was chosen as the University of Miami’s mascot.

What is it’s the last animal to seek shelter before a hurricane and the first to reappear after symbolizing courage and resilience?

500

Before becoming a Hollywood star, this actor played defensive tackle for the Miami Hurricanes in the early '90s.

Who is Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson?

500

This tradition on Lake Osceola during Homecoming week involves a wooden boat and symbolizes triumph over the rival team.

What is the boat burning ceremony?

500

Before becoming a 14-time MLB All-Star and one of baseball’s biggest stars, this athlete played shortstop for the Miami Hurricanes.

Who is Alex Rodriguez?

500

This man was the University of Miami’s first president, serving from 1926 to 1929.

Who is Bowman Foster Ashe?